To get by
Exemple : They get by with little money
Definition
"To get by" means to manage or survive, especially in difficult circumstances, often with limited resources. For example, when people say "They get by with little money," it means they are able to live or cope despite having only a small amount of money.
Étymologie
The phrase "to get by" originates from the verb "get" combined with the preposition "by," which implies moving past or managing through something. "Get" comes from Old English "gietan," meaning to obtain or reach. Over time, "to get by" evolved to express managing to survive or cope, especially in challenging situations.
